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Is it possible to pass this along?

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Just wondering. I have alot of these symptoms like handshanking, forgetfullness, and distractabilty. Probably some others too.I have never been tested for this and have never really thopugh about it till recently. The forgetfullness is really starting to interfere with my life. My son was diagonsed when he was 5 yrs old with ADHD. Does anyone know if you can pass it along?
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"fruit does not fall far from the tree" That's what the Dr. told me after Dx'ing my daughter.

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Are you asking if it's genetic? The answer is yes, usually it runs in families. I have it, my dad has it, my uncle has it, and maybe my grandma but they didn't diagnose things like adhd back when she was in school and she's not going to get tested because it doesn't affect her much. If it's affecting your daily life then maybe you should consider going and getting tested. good luck to you.
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Thank you for your advice. Somedays are better than others. I will consider going to get tested..
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When you go to the doctor for assessment, mention that your son was diagonsed. Thats how I found out I have ADHD. My two girls were diagnosed in school and I knew from the report that I am ADHD. I went though school and adult life without knowing and I thought that I was totally stupid.
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ADHD is absolutly genetic. I have it my son has it, my hubby has it, my dad has it , my brother has it, Passed down. I wish I would have known.
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My doctor told me that it was genetic usually passed down from the father's side, as it is more common in males. I thought my ex was just hyper, immature and unorganized ( as I didnt know what add/adhd was at the time. My doctor said that it was likely passed from his dad, and his dad. I believe most of his family has it as well. None on my side though. Just my little bit of help:)
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